Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced on Friday that the state will not implement a 'toilet tax,' accusing BJP leaders of "politicising" the issue. During an event in Bilaspur, BJP National President and Union Health Minister J.P.
Nadda criticised the Sukhu government, alleging that a tax on toilets reflects a "corruption of intellect and wisdom," adding that such a government "has no right to remain in power." Responding to the BJP's claims, Sukhu remarked, "In the context of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha elections, the BJP is either playing the religion card or raising fabricated issues like the toilet tax.” He added, “No one should politicise issues purely for political gain, especially when the allegations are baseless," as reported by news agency PTI.
Sukhu also highlighted that before the 2022 Vidhan Sabha elections, the BJP government announced various voter-oriented schemes, including free water, and established institutions based on political motives. He pointed out that despite these efforts, the people of Himachal Pradesh chose to support the Congress party, noting that free water was also extended to luxury hotels. The Chief Minister stated that the current government has taken steps to rationalise water subsidies and impose a minimal monthly charge of Rs 100 in rural areas.
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